What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle upon Tyne and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Ochiltree Terrace Terminus via Princes Street and St Andrew`s Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Falkirk Wheel is 153 miles. The road distance is 133.4 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h and costs £45 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel bus from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel train from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 2875+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel by train, bus, or car

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk Grahamstontrain Edinburgh - Dunblane / ...
3h
£46–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to St Andrew`s Churchbus X38
5h 9m
£19–31
Drive 132.6 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheelcar 132.6 mi
2h 42m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Falkirk Hightrain
3h 19m
£30–53

Newcastle upon Tyne to Falkirk Wheel by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 152.3 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Falkirk Wheel, Scotland?

You can take a train from Newcastle to Falkirk Wheel via Edinburgh Waverley, Falkirk Grahamston, Central Retail Park, and Ochiltree Terrace Terminus in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Falkirk Wheel via Edinburgh, Bus Station, Princes Street, St Andrew`s Church, and Ochiltree Terrace Terminus in around 5h 9m.

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